Chinese mining CEO arrested in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz authorities detain Chinese CEO of gold mining firm accused of major environmental damage amid growing anti-China sentiment. Read full details.
Kyrgyz authorities detain Chinese CEO of gold mining firm accused of major environmental damage amid growing anti-China sentiment. Read full details.
Kogi State Police Command dismisses circulating claims of imminent bandit attack in Kogi East. Tactical units deployed statewide to maintain security. Public urged to verify information.
A Nigerian conductor was reportedly paid with fake N1000 notes featuring wedding couple photos and 'Central Bank of Love' inscription. The incident sparks social media outrage.
Federal lawmaker Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba criticizes Nasarawa West zoning demand for 2027 governorship, advocating merit-based leadership instead. Read the full story.
Naira depreciates by 0.98% to N1,456.72/$ amid dollar demand and structural challenges. Nigeria's foreign reserves rise to $44.12 billion despite oil price decline. Learn more about the economic outlook.
Kogi ADC holds expanded meeting, confirms new officers amid leadership dispute between Abejide and Melaye. Party endorses Tinubu's second-term bid and Abejide's return to House of Reps.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has intervened with $50 million forex injection to stabilize the naira as currency volatility continues. Learn how this affects Nigeria's economy.
Naira strengthens against US dollar after recent decline, closing at N1,452.13. Nigeria's foreign reserves hit $46.7 billion, highest in 7 years. Traders expect continued volatility despite positive indicators.
Afghanistan is urgently seeking new trade partners after a border clash with Pakistan. The Taliban government is turning to Iran and Central Asia as $100 million in losses hit traders. Discover the economic fallout.
Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.
Former Governor Idris Wada defects to the APC in a major Kogi political shift. Senator Ohere hails the move and outlines his 2027 Senate comeback bid, highlighting his legislative record.
Plateau State Association USA urges Nigerian government to intensify security operations against armed groups in Plateau, Benue. Calls for arrests, prosecutions and humanitarian aid.
Youth groups in Kogi demand local government autonomy implementation within 21 days. Coalition presents allocation analysis, cites Supreme Court ruling. Read full details.
Enugu North Senatorial District mourns Senator Okey Ezea's passing at 62. Governor Mbah, Senator Kalu, and Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan pay tribute. Read about his legacy.
Youth groups in Kogi State demand immediate implementation of local government autonomy within 21 days, threatening statewide protests over constitutional violations.
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan express profound grief over the death of Senator Okey Ezea, describing him as a humble leader and bridge-builder. Read their heartfelt tributes.
Labour Party Senator Okey Ezea, representing Enugu North, has died in the UK while receiving medical care. Get the full story and tributes here.
SGF George Akume urges North-Central leaders to support new development commission addressing regional disparities. Federal Government initiative aims to boost cohesion and welfare.
Vice President Kashim Shettima formally welcomed former Kogi Governor Idris Wada and SDP's Samuel Abenemi into the APC. The decampees pledged support for Tinubu's 2027 re-election, citing economic progress.
Ex-CBN deputy governor Kingsley Moghalu describes Godwin Emefiele's tenure as disastrously incompetent. Read the explosive analysis of Nigeria's economic challenges.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN urges Nigerians who paid ransom to kidnappers to sue the government for refunds. Kogi council imposes curfew amid banditry surge. Take action now!
Yagba West LG Chairman imposes 7pm-5am curfew to combat bandit attacks. Security forces to conduct coordinated patrols. Residents urged to comply.
North-Central APC Forum condemns protests against Governor Mutfwang's defection, calls it undemocratic. Forum insists move benefits party ahead of 2027 elections.
Former CBN deputy governor Kingsley Moghalu condemns Godwin Emefiele's tenure, calling it disastrous and politically compromised. Read the full analysis of Nigeria's economic decline.
Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada officially defects from PDP to APC ahead of 2027 elections. The formal ceremony is scheduled for November 17 in Lokoja.
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan face a severe energy crisis as water levels at key hydropower reservoirs plummet. Discover the causes and government responses to this critical situation.
The Head of Civil Service condemns the abduction of federal staff en route to a promotion exam in Kogi. Read the official statement and the call for their safe return.
Two Nigerians confirmed dead, two rescued as migrant boat carrying 49 people capsizes off Libya coast. Over 1,000 lives lost on Central Mediterranean route in 2025.
Two Nigerians died and two were rescued after a migrant boat capsized off Libya. Over 1,000 lives have been lost on this route in 2025. Read more on the urgent call for action.
The world's largest wild walnut forest in Kyrgyzstan is thinning due to climate change, illegal logging, and overgrazing, threatening a vital economic lifeline for local communities.